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Mavericks cross country team ready to take the next step
MOSES LAKE — The Moses Lake Mavericks cross country team are gearing up for another successful season, as they loo…
Canadiens stun Penguins 2-0 to win qualifying round series
TORONTO (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins entered their qualifying round matchup against Montreal healthy but wary. Optimistic but guarded. While they'd shown plenty of grit during a regular season that featured exten…
Braves-Phillies postponed due to rain, doubleheader Sunday
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The game between the Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies scheduled for Friday night was postponed because of rain.
The Latest: Conference USA leaves 12-game option open
The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:
NFL medical boss: New COVID-19 protocols to verify positives
The NFL's chief medical officer says the league is establishing a new two-step protocol for players and coaches who have no known history of the COVID-19 infection and receive a positive test.
Grizzlies roll past Thunder for first win since restart
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — Dillon Brooks scored 22 points, and the Memphis Grizzlies claimed their first win since the restart with a 121-92 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday.
Islanders top Panthers 5-1 to advance in playoff prelims
TORONTO (AP) — Anthony Beauvillier scored twice, and the New York Islanders beat the Florida Panthers 5-1 to clinch an NHL best-of-five preliminary round playoff series in four games on Friday.
LSU adds Missouri, Vanderbilt in revamped SEC schedule
Defending Southeastern Conference and national champion LSU will host Missouri and visit Vanderbilt in its expanded Southeastern Conference schedule, while Alabama will visit Mizzou and host Kentucky in league play…
Jets' Herndon focused on bouncing back from lost season
NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Herndon was all set for a big breakout season a year ago with the New York Jets.
Man City seizes on mistakes to oust Madrid, reach CL QFs
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Eliminating the record 13-time champion has Manchester City players believing they can deliver the team's first Champions League title.
Column: Beyond kneeling, T-shirts, sports push major changes
ATLANTA (AP) — Kneeling is a powerful gesture. T-shirts send a meaningful message. Locking arms is a mighty symbol of unity in these troubled times.
Coyotes advance with 4-3 overtime win over Predators
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The Arizona Coyotes got a reprieve when the postseason was expanded for the NHL's restarted season, only to face the distraction of their general manager resigning right before leaving for …
Man City ousts Real Madrid, Lyon next in Champions League QF
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus seized on defensive mistakes to lead Manchester City to a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League on Friday, reaching the quarterfinals with…
Kraken hire Everett Fitzhugh as club's first broadcaster
SEATTLE (AP) — The Seattle Kraken have hired Everett Fitzhugh as the club’s first broadcaster, the team announced Friday.
Alleged 'Football Leaks' hacker released from custody
LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Portuguese media reports say Rui Pinto, the alleged hacker who has published internal documents that embarrassed clubs and officials, has been released from custody to await trial from home.
Offensive linemen eager to pick up where Titans left off
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Rodger Saffold compares what the Tennessee Titans face on the offensive line to riding a bike. The linemen know what to do, and it's time to get back to work.